Wildrock

Organization Overview

Wildrock is located in Crozet, VA. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (N32) the organization is classified as: Parks & Playgrounds, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Wildrock employed 36 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Wildrock is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 09/2023, Wildrock generated $394.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $399.0k during the year ending 09/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

WILDROCKS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE NATURE PLAY FOR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS. GIVEN THAT NATURE PLAY IS LESS A PART OF DAILY LIFE TODAY THAN IN ANY PREVIOUS GENERATION, IT IS NECESSARY TO CREATE ENTICING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE TO RECONNECT WITH THE NATURAL WORLD. OUR MISSION IS BASED ON THE EVIDENCE THAT NATURE CONNECTION: FOSTERS SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL AND INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND BEYOND; INSPIRES A CONSERVATION ETHIC BY GIVING PEOPLE JOYFUL MEMORIES THAT LEAD TO A DESIRE TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE NATURAL PLACES; BUILDS COMMUNITIES OF COLLABORATION AND CREATIVITY NEEDED TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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CAMPS ARE OFFERED DURING SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER. OUR CAMP PROGRAMS TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF WILDROCK'S IDYLLIC LANDSCAPE DESIGNED FOR FREE PLAY AND EXPLORATION. NATURE PROVIDES ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGING THE IMAGINATION, CREATING ART WITH NATURAL MATERIALS, INVESTIGATING STREAMS AND FORESTS, AND MAKING UP GAMES WITH FRIENDS. THE MAJORITY OF THE DAY IS OUTSIDE. CAMPERS SPEND JOYFUL DAYS ON THE FOREST TRAIL, LEARN TO CARE FOR WILDROCK'S ANIMALS, AND PARTAKE IN COLLABORATIVE SKILL-BUILDING WORKSHOPS. EACH DAY INCLUDES NATURE EXPLORATION, FREE PLAY, AND MAKER-SPACE CRAFTS.


OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: GENERAL PARK USE: WILDROCK'S NATURE PLAYSCAPE, TRAILS, AND BARN CENTER ARE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR FAMILY DAY TRIPS, COMMUNITY GROUP EXCURSIONS, FIELD TRIPS AND SMALL FAMILY EVENTS SERVING APPROXIMATELY 8000 KIDS EACH YEAR. WILDROCK NATURE PLAY LAB, LLC: THIS LLC ALLOWS WILDROCK TO SELL NATURE PLAY LABS, A COMBINATION PLAY STRUCTURE AND STORAGE FACILITY, TO LOCAL SCHOOL PARTNERS WORKING WITH US ON SCHOOL PROGRAMS. OFFSITE ACTIVITIES: WILDROCK OFFERS A RANGE OF NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLYARDS, MULTIFAMILY HOUSING COMPLEXES, AND LOCAL PARKS. PROGRAMS WORK TO SERVE WILDROCK'S MISSION TO PROMOTE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO THE BENEFITS OF NATURE PLAY SERVING APPROXIMATELY 8000 EACH YEAR. OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE RETREATS, CLASSES & CONFERENCES.


REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE OF WALKER UPPER ELEMENTARY PLAYGROUND, INCLUDING RENOVATIONS TO MAKE IT ACCESSIBLE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES.


SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS (INCLUDES DAY CAMPS AND RETREAT : WILDROCK OFFERS FIELD TRIPS THAT COMBINE PLAY-BASED LEARNING ON THE PLAYSCAPE WITH INQUIRY-BASED ACTIVITIES IN WILDROCK'S FOREST, STREAMS, AND MEADOWS. ALL THE TRIPS ADHERE TO THE VIRGINIA STANDARDS OF LEARNING AND ENGAGE APPROXIMATELY 4000 CHILDREN EACH YEAR.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Gary Driskill
President
$0
Jenny Arcidicono
Secretary
$0
Chris Mclean
Treasurer
$0
Harry Stillerman
Board Member
$0
Margaret Edwards
Board Member
$0
Erin Malec
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$165,189
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $10,102
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$165,189
Total Program Service Revenue$228,400
Investment income $424
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $500
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $394,513

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